Spring electrofishing showed low numbers of largemouth bass up to 15-inches long Good numbers of 7- to 8-inch crappies were sampled. Good numbers of bluegills were also sampled in 2018. Most bluegills sampled were less than 7-inches long. Channel catfish were sampled in moderate abundance. Most channel catfish sampled were 20- to 25-inches long.(2018)

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Iowa-Caught Fish Are Safe to Eat, In Almost All Cases

The vast majority of Iowa’s streams, rivers and lakes offer safe and high-quality fish that pose little or no threat to human health if consumed. Some limitations may apply for young children and pregnant women. Here’s a Fish Consumption Fact Sheet from the Iowa DNR and the Iowa Dept. of Public Health for more information. Here is a list of current fish consumption advisories for Iowa lakes and rivers.